Inpatient Surgical Patient Care Tech - Part-Time

Company: Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital
Location: Saint Peters
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Additional Job Information

• 18 Hours per Week -
  Job ID:
  Employment Status: Part-Time
  
  More Information
  
  Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital offers full inpatient services, including 24-hour physician-staffed emergency, pediatric, obstetric and intensive-care coverage. The hospital also has a Siteman Cancer Center location on campus.
  
  At Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, every decision is made in the best interest of patients and families. The Surgical inpatient unit cares for surgical patients utilizing relationship based care philosophy.
  
  Overview
  
  Role Purpose
  
  Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.
  
  Responsibilities
  
  • Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
  • Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
  • Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
  • Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
  • Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.
  • BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
    Minimum Requirements
    
    Degree
    
    • High School Diploma or GED
      Experience
      
      • No Experience
        Supervisor Experience
        
        • No Experience
          Preferred Requirements And Additional Job Information
          
          Licenses & Certifications
          
          • Certified Nurse Assistant
            Benefits Statement
            
            Note: not all benefits apply to all openings
            
            • Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options
            • Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan
            • 401(k) plan
            • Tuition Assistance
            • Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
            • On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)
            • Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time
            • Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health Center
              Legal Statement
              
              The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
              
              Equal Opportunity Employer

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